[Accrs] ACCRS Opening Day

[Alameda County Central Railroad Society]

Gentlemen,

We had a good opening day. Thought I would share a few things.

The scavenger hunt cards were an excellent idea. That really got the kids
engaged and they loved it. That said we will need more of those printed out
and more pencils, as we go through them pretty quick. Lets consider putting
some at the back door because some people got to the front and wished we
had them at the back.

Some kids submitted them to me fully filled out and asked if there was a
prize. I let them have at the donated magazines/tyco box, but ongoing maybe
we can get some ribbons from the fair or something like the other exhibits
give out.

I took Dick's advice to talk to everyone possible while on the chair. It
was good advice, we got some good engagement and contacts. When I told some
about our tenuous situation staying in the building they said "oh no I will
send a letter to the fair" so that's good PR we need.

Also, one person I talked to was from the county housing department and
took offense to the use of the word "hobo" on the scavenger hunt, as it
reflects badly on our region's homeless. Perhaps we can just call it
"campfire." Now, I'm sure many of you have different opinions on the matter
and that's fine, I'm just reporting what was said to me.

Electrically there were a few hiccups but they were repaired. All should be
good for coming weeks.

Thanks!
-Joel
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